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SUMMARY:The Asheville Business Summit
DESCRIPTION:A event where entrepreneurs\, innovators\, and change-makers gather to learn\, grow\, and lead with purpose. \nTogether\, we’ll rise to meet challenges\, rebuild stronger post-crisis\, and shape the future of business in our mountain region and beyond. \nIt will be a day of high-impact keynotes\, panels\, and breakouts focused on growth\, leadership\, innovation\, and business strategy. Up to 500 attendees.\nBreakout sessions\, 50 – 300 participants.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/the-asheville-business-summit/
LOCATION:Diana Wortham Theatre\, 2 S. Pack Square\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T190000
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SUMMARY:Live at the Joke Shop\, Open Mic Comedy
DESCRIPTION:Every Monday Aaron Naylor and Jordan Ballard host Live from the Joke Shop at Sparky’s Bardega! \nBring your best new jokes each week or just come watch your favorite local comedians \nAnyone is welcome to participate\nFull bar and more snacks than you could dream of \nSignups start at 6:30pm\, show starts at 7pm \nno cover\, tips appreciated\nall ages welcome\, adult content warning
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/live-at-the-joke-shop-open-mic-comedy-3/
LOCATION:Sparky’s Bardega\, 23 Broadway St.\, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Modelface Comedy":MAILTO:modelfacecomedy@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Celebrating the Equinox: Gathering the Light\, Honoring the Shadows
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the autumnal equinox in an evening of yoga\, spirituality and healing\, Thursday\, Sept. 22 at Kanuga. The evening begins at 5:30 p.m. at the Labyrinth with nature crafting\, followed by slow-flow yoga at 6:30 p.m.\, and concludes with a healing sound bath at 7:45 p.m. To close the evening\, attendees are invited to linger over a cup of tea and reflect on the coming fall season. Bring your own mat\, blanket and camp chair. Cost: $18 (plus tax and fees). 130 Kanuga Chapel Dr in Hendersonville. Registration and more info at kanuga.org/events.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/celebrating-the-equinox-gathering-the-light-honoring-the-shadows/
LOCATION:Kanuga\, 471 Kanuga Chapel Dr.\, Hendersonville\, 28739
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T190000
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SUMMARY:RAD Comedy with Ryan Brown and Friends
DESCRIPTION:Modelface Comedy brings you the best stand up comedians from all over the country and this week with have NC favorite Ryan Brown and a few of his very silly friends!! \nRyan Brown is a comedian and writer raised in North Carolina\, where he’s currently based after 8 years of living and performing in NYC. His jokes combine an analytical worldview with child-like curiosity to create something equal parts insightful and ridiculous. In New York\, Ryan was a regular performer at clubs around the city and can now be seen performing across the southeast and all over the country. In November 2023 he released his debut album\, Adopted by the Internet. Ryan’s also been featured in numerous festivals including the New York\, Cape Fear\, Asheville and Oak City comedy festivals. Beyond stand up\, he’s found success applying his skillset to the world of advertising\, creating content for major brands like Denny’s\, PUMA\, Netflix\, Morgan Stanley\, Bojangles\, Lenovo and more. \nfeaturing Aaron Naylor\, Danny Felix and Clay Jones \nages 18+\ndoors at 6:30pm\, show at 7pm \nTickets $15
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/rad-comedy-with-ryan-brown-and-friends/
LOCATION:The River Arts District Brewing Company\, 13 Mystery Street\, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Modelface Comedy":MAILTO:modelfacecomedy@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T180000
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SUMMARY:Vishwas R. Gaitonde Book Launch
DESCRIPTION:This event is co-sponsored by Orison Books and The Great Smokies Writing Program \nJoin UNCA’s Great Smokies Writing Program and Asheville-based publisher Orison Books to celebrate the release of Vishwas R. Gaitonde’s debut story collection\, On Earth as It Is in Heaven. Selected by David Heska Wanbli Weiden as the winner of The Orison Fiction Prize\, On Earth as It Is in Heaven is a globe-spanning story collection that demonstrates what connects us all\, no matter where we’re from or where we find ourselves. \n“It is indeed a pleasure to welcome this fantastic new voice in world literature.” —David Heska Wanbli Weiden\, author of Winter Counts \n“On Earth as It Is in Heaven is an absorbing and deeply pleasurable collection.” —Margot Livesey\, author of The Road from Belhaven \n“Vishwas R. Gaitonde is a precise\, patient writer\, meticulously and beautifully exploring the lives that populate On Earth as It Is in Heaven with care. In his hands\, the characters are given what we all need: grace.” —Sameer Pandya\, author of Our Beautiful Boys \nFREE REGISTRATION REQUIRED
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/vishwas-r-gaitonde-book-launch/
LOCATION:Malaprop’s Bookstore & Cafe\, 55 Haywood Street\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Orison Books":MAILTO:publicity@orisonbooks.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T173000
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SUMMARY:Friends of Music and the Arts Presents  Amber Joy Koeppen – Award Winning Harpist
DESCRIPTION:FLAT ROCK\, N.C.  — Amber Joy Koeppen brings her angelic harp playing to St. John in the Wilderness Sunday\, September 21 at 4:00 p.m. for a free concert in the spacious Parish Hall at 1905 Greenville Highway across from the church in Flat Rock. Handicapped accessibility and free parking are available. Donations will be gratefully accepted for the Friends of Music and the Arts Series.  \nFrom Genesis to Revelation\, the Bible has numerous references to harp music which has been said to have healing properties. One of the oldest musical instruments in the world\, the harp originated in Mesopotamia more than 2\,000 years ago.  \nClassically trained\, Amber Joy Koeppen mastered the modern harp more than 20 years ago\, winning First Place in the Rosen-Schaffer Competition for Young and Emerging Artists. She has continued to receive many awards for her solo concert performances while also performing with the New York City Ballet\, the Battle Creek Symphony Orchestra and the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra. Teaching children and Adults in her private music studio enables Amber Joy to share her passion for artistic excellence and creativity with her students who are also award-winning active musicians. In addition to her promotion of arts education\, she currently serves as Director for Appalachian State’s Community Music School providing musical education in the North Carolina High Country in partnership with Hayes School of Music.  \nThe September 21 concert will feature an afternoon of harp music highlighting works of composers such as Gliere\, Piazzolla\, Debussy\, Salzedo and more.  \nHarpist Amber Koeppen will share an eclectic collection of some of her favorite works for solo harp and will also be joined by two special guest students for the incredible experience of hearing three harps playing together. Come enjoy an engaging concert full of great music and interesting stories. \nFor more information visit www.stjohnflatrock.org
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/friends-of-music-and-the-arts-presents-amber-joy-koeppen-award-winning-harpist/
LOCATION:Parish Hall – St. John in the Wilderness\, 1905 Greenville Highway\, Flat Rock\, 28731
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T120000
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SUMMARY:Tunnel Studios Inaugural Open Studio Event
DESCRIPTION:Tunnel Studios\, a new artist studio collective and gallery space in East Asheville\, will open its doors to the public on Sunday\, September 21\, from 12–6 p.m. for its first Open Studio event. Located at 940 Tunnel Road\, the historic building was originally constructed in 1948 by jewelry maker Stuart Nye\, who also built the Southern Highland Craft Guild gallery next door\, which is celebrating its 70th anniversary this year. \nThe event will feature the work of eleven artists in residence\, including Katherine Caldwell (woven wheat)\, Sarah Carawan (mixed media)\, Lissa Friedman (oil paintings)\, Mitch Kolbe (oil paintings)\, Elizabeth Walton (jewelry)\, Deb Kolp (painting and mixed media)\, Aaron Rose (textiles)\, Chelsey Noel (mixed media and textiles)\, Wren Ribble (mixed media)\, Elena Ribble (jewelry)\, and Jude Stuecker (textiles). \nTunnel Studios is the result of a unique collaboration between neighbors and friends. Co-owners Jude Stuecker and Paul Dixon are married\, as are fellow co-owners Will Eccleston and Allison Williams. The four decided to embark on the renovation project together\, unified by their shared interest in preserving Asheville’s craft history and providing more space for artists to work and connect. All four owners have brought their own specific skills to the project\, sharing the burden in a way that feels equitable and inspiring.    \n“I really loved the building and the history of it\,” said Stuecker\, “specifically Stuart Nye’s role in the craft scene in Asheville starting in the 1920s and ’30s. The building was designed for making art\, and I wanted to preserve its use and intention. I also thought we could bring more of the art scene to East Asheville and provide opportunities to artists who needed spaces\, specifically those who were displaced during Helene.” \nDixon emphasized the architectural importance of the structure. “I was drawn to the building’s style of ‘Rustic Modernism’ and its role in Asheville’s craft history\,” Dixon said. “Preserving this space for creative work just felt like the right thing to do.”\n“I was excited to join Jude and Paul in this endeavor as it is an opportunity for us to connect with and even add to the creative community in Asheville\,” said Williams. “I have loved being a part of it all and seeing the space evolve into what it is now.” \nEccleston adds\, “When I think about all of the things this building could’ve become\, it feels good to be a part of making it Tunnel Studios.” \nArtists also share a deep enthusiasm for their new space. Jeweler Elizabeth Walton said\, “Moving into this studio is particularly special to me because I did a summer internship for Stuart Nye Jewelry when I was 14. Getting to move into this building now with my own jewelry business feels so full circle. The building has so much history both personally and communally and I hope to carry that spirit forward through the growth I anticipate happening as a result of being part of Tunnel Studios.” \nFor painter Mitch Kolbe\, this will be the first time in decades that he has had a working studio outside of his home. “It will be nice to once again have a space that is large enough that I can do both painting and sculpting in the same space\,” he said. “We are even planning to use the front room as a little show space for those artists that are interested in a little retail store. The possibilities are endless really and I’m so grateful that this historical gem in East Asheville was saved as a real working artist space.” \nWheat weaver Katherine Caldwell reflects on the building’s legacy. “I love that it has always been used—in fact was designed—for craft work\,” Caldwell said. “Although we are creating different things in different ways\, I love that the vibe has always been to maintain a business from working with one’s hands. There is so much history of steady handiwork there. To me it is a testimony to the focus being on the daily work going on inside and not the trappings of trendy stylings to work environment. Everything is simply functional\, like a muted canvas for which creative work can be done without distraction or interruption.” \nThe public is invited to tour the studios\, meet the artists\, and view a wide range of artwork during the September 21 event. \nEvent Details:\nTunnel Studios Open Studio\nSunday\, September 21\, 12–6 p.m.\n940 Tunnel Road\, East Asheville \nFor more information\, find @tunnelstudiosavl on Instagram.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/tunnel-studios-inaugural-open-studio-event/
LOCATION:Tunnel Studios\, 940 Tunnel Road\, Asheville\, 28805
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T200000
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SUMMARY:Modelface Comedy presents Gluten-Free Comedy
DESCRIPTION:Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country and all your local favorites! \nThis Saturday we have Gluten-Free Comedy at Ginger’s Revenge. Enjoy a cold pint of ginger beer while you laugh it up with Modelface Comedy \nages 18+\ndoors at 7:30\, show at 8pm \nTickets $18 GA\, $23 premium seating
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/modelface-comedy-presents-gluten-free-comedy/
LOCATION:Ginger’s Revenge\, 829 Riverside Drive\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Modelface Comedy":MAILTO:modelfacecomedy@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T220000
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SUMMARY:Asheville Symphony Masterworks 1: Eroica
DESCRIPTION:Darko Butorac\, conductor\nEmanuel Ax\, piano \nThe resilience of our community shines in this Hurricane Helene anniversary program. Experience renewal and rebirth through Beethoven’s Third Piano Concerto featuring piano legend Emanuel Ax\, Beethoven’s “Heroic” Symphony\, and a stirring new commission by Asheville Symphony musician Amber Ferenz honoring the heroes who led us through our darkest hour. \nFerenz: The Things We Say to Death \nBeethoven: Piano Concerto No. 3 \nBeethoven: Symphony No. 3\, “Eroica”
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/asheville-symphony-masterworks-1-eroica-2/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church\, 5 Oak St.\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Asheville Symphony":MAILTO:scungate@ashevillesymphony.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T213000
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SUMMARY:Blair Crimmins & The Hookers
DESCRIPTION:Hendersonville Theatre welcomes Blair Crimmins & The Hooker as September’s intimate HT’s Hometown Sound Music Series concert! Blair Crimmins & The Hookers bring the magic of 1920s ragtime and Dixieland jazz to life with a touch of rock and roll.  \nStarting his music career in Atlanta\, Georgia\, Crimmins set out with a mission: to introduce the sounds of classic American jazz to new audiences. Playing small rock clubs around the Southeast\, he developed a style that is deeply rooted in the past yet undeniably contemporary. Today\, the band’s electrifying performances have captivated audiences across the U.S. and abroad\, including tours in Italy and festival stages alongside renowned acts like Preservation Hall Jazz Band and Old Crow Medicine Show. \nA multi-instrumentalist on guitar\, banjo\, and piano\, Crimmins writes songs and intricate arrangements for a classic New Orleans horn section\, featuring trumpet\, clarinet\, and trombone. His debut release\, The Musical Stylings Of\, became a college radio sensation on WRAS Atlanta\, making him the station’s most requested artist. In 2012\, Crimmins showcased his versatility by composing the full score for the independent short film Old Man Cabbage. His lyrical ingenuity earned him the title of Best Songwriter in Creative Loafing’s Best of ATL issue in 2013. \nCrimmins’ discography reflects his wide-ranging talent and relentless creativity. His album Sing-A-Longs! earned him a nomination for Best Jazz Artist at The Georgia Music Awards. Subsequent releases include the critically acclaimed You Gotta Sell Something (2017)\, a children’s album titled All Aboard (2019)\, and the innovative Okay Boom! (2021)\, which features swinging covers of favorites ranging from Louis Armstrong to David Bowie. Each project showcases his ability to blend vintage influences with modern flair\, keeping the spirit of ragtime alive for audiences of all ages. \nWhether performing at festivals\, intimate venues\, or international stages\, Blair Crimmins & The Hookers deliver unforgettable\, high-energy shows that honor the legacy of ragtime and jazz while adding their own daring\, youthful edge. With a mix of original songs\, masterful arrangements\, and a stage presence that oozes charisma\, Crimmins is not only reviving the genre—he’s redefining it. \nSwing into the world of Blair Crimmins & The Hookers and experience a revival of ragtime like never before. You can learn more about the band at blaircrimminsandthehookers.com.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/blair-crimmins-the-hookers/
LOCATION:Hendersonville Theatre\, 229 South Washington Street\, Hendersonville\, NC\, 28739\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T190000
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SUMMARY:Stand Up Comedy w/Next Stop Comedy
DESCRIPTION:Next Stop Comedy brings the best comedians\, with new lineups every time\, straight to your neighborhood for an unforgettable night of laughter! Our shows feature top-tier talent from across the country\, delivering high-energy performances in intimate\, local venues. Whether you need an exciting date night\, you’re a die-hard comedy fan\, or you’re just looking for a fun night out\, Next Stop Comedy guarantees big laughs\, great vibes\, and an experience you won’t want to miss.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/stand-up-comedy-w-next-stop-comedy/
LOCATION:12 Bones Smokehouse & Brewing\, 2350 Hendersonville Road\, Arden\, 28704
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T160000
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SUMMARY:Asheville Symphony Masterworks 1: Eroica
DESCRIPTION:Darko Butorac\, conductor\nEmanuel Ax\, piano \nThe resilience of our community shines in this Hurricane Helene anniversary program. Experience renewal and rebirth through Beethoven’s Third Piano Concerto featuring piano legend Emanuel Ax\, Beethoven’s “Heroic” Symphony\, and a stirring new commission by Asheville Symphony musician Amber Ferenz honoring the heroes who led us through our darkest hour. \nFerenz: The Things We Say to Death \nBeethoven: Piano Concerto No. 3 \nBeethoven: Symphony No. 3\, “Eroica”
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/asheville-symphony-masterworks-1-eroica/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church\, 5 Oak St.\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Asheville Symphony":MAILTO:scungate@ashevillesymphony.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T140000
DTSTAMP:20260503T130850
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SUMMARY:PERSPECTIVES Artist Talk: Stereolab (with Tim Gane\, Laetitia Sadier\, and Joe Watson)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a PERSPECTIVES Artist Talk with Tim Gane\, Laetitia Sadier\, and Joe Watson of Stereolab ahead of their evening show at The Orange Peel. The band will discuss their performance practice and how the legacy of Black Mountain College – including the work of John Cage\, Merce Cunningham\, and David Tudor – informs their experimental approach. This conversation will highlight connections to the upcoming exhibition Points in Space: Performance at Black Mountain College and how BMC’s radical\, interdisciplinary spirit continues to influence Stereolab’s artistic vision. \nAbout Stereolab: \nWith their hypnotic rhythms and mesmerizing vocals\, Stereolab became one of indie’s most distinctive and influential bands when they emerged in the early ’90s. Led by Tim Gane and Laetitia Sadier\, the group celebrated strands of pop music — bossa nova\, lounge-pop\, movie soundtracks — that were traditionally banished from rock’s lineage. \nOn early singles and albums such as 1993’s Transient Random-Noise Bursts with Announcements\, Stereolab combined ’60s pop melodies with an art rock aesthetic borrowed from Krautrock bands like Faust and Neu!; by the time of 1996’s Emperor Tomato Ketchup\, their sound incorporated jazz\, hip-hop\, and dance music. \nTheir work with John McEntire and Jim O’Rourke on 1997’s Dots and Loops and 2001’s Sound-Dust reflected an increasingly intricate\, experimental approach\, but following the 2002 death of member Mary Hansen\, they eventually returned to a poppier style on albums like 2008’s Chemical Chords. Stereolab’s unmistakable sound had a lasting impact: Contemporaries like Pavement and Blur aped their style in the ’90s\, while hip-hop artists such as J Dilla and Tyler the Creator sampled the band’s music or collaborated with its members in the 2000s and 2010s. Late in that decade and into the 2020s\, Stereolab’s revival as a touring band and a steady stream of reissues underscored their reputation as innovators. \nTim Gane (born July 12\, 1964; guitar\, keyboards) was the leader of McCarthy\, a London-based band from the late ’80s that functioned as a prototype for Stereolab’s sound. Gane met Laetitia Sadier (born May 6\, 1968; vocals\, keyboards)\, a French-born vocalist\, at one of McCarthy‘s concerts. The pair began a romantic relationship that became a musical collaboration after McCarthy disbanded in 1990; Sadier sang on the final McCarthy album. The duo began recording as Stereolab\, borrowing the name from Vanguard Records‘ hi-fi effects division in the ’50s. Gane and Sadier also formed the label Duophonic Records with manager Martin Pike to release their singles. Stereolab’s first year of existence was prolific: The debut EP Super 45 arrived in May 1991\, followed quickly by the Super-Electric EP that September and the Stunning Debut Album EP that November. At that point\, the group were working with Th’ Faith Healers drummer Joe Dilworth and former Chills bassist Martin Kean; Gina Morris occasionally provided backup vocals. \nToo Pure released the band’s first full-length\, Peng!\, in May 1992\, and the EP compilation Switched On in October. As with all of the group’s releases from this era\, both albums featured the visual trademark of a maniacally grinning cartoon taken from a ’70s Swiss political comic (which the band named “Cliff”). That year\, Stereolab also issued the Lo-Fi EP and added keyboardist/vocalist Mary Hansen and drummer Andy Ramsay to the fold.\nReleased in early 1993\, Stereolab’s The Groop Played “Space Age Bachelor Pad Music” EP featured the core group of Gane\, Sadier\, Hansen\, and Ramsay\, along with ex-Microdisney guitarist Sean O’Hagan and bassist Duncan Brown. One of the first ’90s alternative records to explicitly draw from the “Space Age” lounge-pop music of the ’50s\, The Groop became an underground sensation\, paving the way toward Stereolab’s first American record contract with Elektra Records. Their next album\, and first American release\, was Transient Random-Noise Bursts with Announcements. Released in August 1993\, it became an underground and college hit throughout the U.S. and U.K. They followed it that October with Crumb Duck\, a split EP with Nurse with Wound. Early the following year\, the Jenny Ondioline EP became Stereolab’s first charting release when it entered the U.K. Singles chart at number 75. \nStereolab soon became a hip name to drop for many musicians\, including Sonic Youth\, Pavement\, and Blur\, who had Laetitia Sadier provide guest vocals on their 1994 hit single “To the End.” Where Transient was dominated by a lo-fi experimentalism\, the group’s sound became lusher and more layered with Mars Audiac Quintet\, which was released in August 1994. O’Hagan moved from a full member to a part-time guest during the recording of the album — he was busy forming his own band\, the High Llamas — and the group added keyboardist Katherine Gifford. By the time of Mars Audiac Quintet’s release\, Stereolab’s style was prominent throughout the underground\, and the band began to change their approach. Created for an interactive art exhibit by Charles Long\, the limited-edition 1995 EP Music for the Amorphous Body Center boasted detailed\, intricate string and vocal arrangements that were more sophisticated than the group’s previous releases. That July\, the band issued their second rarities compilation\, Refried Ectoplasm\, which was released on Drag City in the U.S.\nBefore Stereolab recorded a new album\, Gifford was replaced by Morgane Lhote. Featuring contributions from Tortoise‘s John McEntire\, 1996’s Emperor Tomato Ketchup was an even bigger departure from the band’s early drone rock\, demonstrating a heavy hip-hop\, jazz\, and dance influence. It was Stereolab’s greatest success to date\, earning positive reviews in both the U.S. and U.K. and becoming a significant college hit in the process. After the recording of Emperor Tomato Ketchup\, bassist Duncan Brown was replaced by Richard Harrison. That year\, the band worked with Herbie Mann on “One Note Samba/Surfboard\,” which appeared on the Red Hot Organization’s AIDS benefit album Red Hot + Rio. At the end of 1996\, Stereolab released the limited-edition\, horn-driven Fluorescences EP. For their next album\, Dots and Loops\, the band reunited with McEntire and recruited Mouse on Mars‘ Jan St. Werner; after its September 1997 release\, it peaked at number 111 on the Billboard 200 chart. Another Nurse with Wound collaboration\, Simple Headphone Mind\, appeared that year\, and singer/poet Brigitte Fontaine joined Stereolab on the 1998 single “Calimero\,” which featured the debut of Sadier‘s other project Monade on its B-side. Aluminum Tunes\, the group’s third rarities collection\, appeared in October 1998. \nAfter taking time off from touring following the birth of Gane and Sadier‘s first child\, Stereolab resurfaced in 1999 with the intricate Cobra and Phases Group Play Voltage in the Milky Night\, which featured production by McEntire and Jim O’Rourke. An EP\, The First of the Microbe Hunters\, quickly followed in 2000. Their seventh full-length\, 2001’s Sound-Dust\, reunited the band with O’Rourke and McEntire and took a more melodic approach. In 2002\, Sadier and Gane ended their relationship\, but Stereolab continued. The collection ABC Music: The Radio 1 Sessions arrived that October\, just a few months before Hansen died at the age of 36 when the bicycle she was riding was hit by a truck in December 2002. Following Hansen’s death\, the group soldiered on\, releasing The Instant 0 in the Universe EP in October 2003 and the full-length Margerine Eclipse — a tribute to Hansen — in January 2004. After Elektra Records folded later in 2004\, Stereolab returned to Too Pure\, which released a series of six limited-edition singles collected on 2006’s Fab Four Suture. The group re-teamed with producer/arranger Sean O’Hagan for 2008’s Chemical Chords\, a collection of short\, poppy songs released by 4AD. \nFollowing their Australian tour in February 2009\, Stereolab went on an indefinite hiatus. Not Music\, a collection of material recorded during the Chemical Chords sessions\, arrived in 2010. Subsequently\, Gane formed the kosmische-inspired trio Cavern of Anti-Matter\, which also featured former Stereolab drummer Joe Dilworth. Sadier pursued several projects\, including solo albums and the groups Little Tornados and the Laetitia Sadier Source Ensemble. In 2019\, Stereolab ended their hiatus to play a series of concerts and festivals that coincided with deluxe reissues of their albums\, beginning with Transient Random-Noise Bursts with Announcements and Mars Audiac Quintet that May. Emperor Tomato Ketchup\, Dots and Loops\, and Cobra and Phases Group Play Voltage in the Milky Night followed that September\, and Sound-Dust and Margerine Eclipse appeared that November. Electrically Possessed: Switched On\, Vol. 4 arrived in February 2021 and collected singles\, B-sides\, and rarities from 1999 to 2008\, including the entirety of The First of the Microbe Hunters. \nIn 2022\, Gane\, Sadier\, and Stereolab manager Martin Pike revived Duophonic Super 45s with the first full-lengths released by the label in over 20 years: Ghost Power\, the self-titled album from the duo of Gane and Dymaxion’s Jeremy Novak\, appeared that April\, as did Flickering i\, the debut album from Astrel K\, the solo project of Ulrika Spacek‘s Rhys Edwards. Sadier contributed vocals to the Japanese doom rock duo BlackLab‘s August 2022 album In a Bizarre Dream\, and that September saw the release of Pulse of the Early Brain: Switched On\, Vol. 5\, which gathered rarities and remastered tracks spanning the early ’90s to the Chemical Chords era and featured collaborations with Nurse with Wound and remixes by Autechre. Around the time of the collection’s release\, Stereolab embarked on a world tour. In March 2024\, the box set Switched On\, Vols. 1-5 gathered all of the band’s singles and rarities collections. ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine & Heather Phares\, Rovi
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/perspectives-artist-talk-stereolab-with-tim-gane-laetitia-sadier-and-joe-watson/
LOCATION:Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center\, 120 College Street\, Asheville\, North Carolina\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center":MAILTO:info@blackmountaincollege.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T170000
DTSTAMP:20260503T130850
CREATED:20250913T125545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T195838Z
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SUMMARY:Resilience & Renewal Through Art
DESCRIPTION:Rising from the Ashes:\nJoin glass artist\, Kelly Carlisle\, and other artists working alongside our community to create a unique and ambitious collaborative event celebrating the strength of those rebuilding their town after Hurricane Helene.  \nUninvited Fumage:\nAn outdoor installation honoring art destroyed in artist Chuck Alridge’s house fire.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/resilience-renewal-through-art/
LOCATION:Arrowhead Gallery and Studios\, 77 Catawba Ave.\,\, Old Fort\, 28762
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ORGANIZER;CN="Arrowhead Artists &amp%3B Artisans League":MAILTO:galleryarrowheadart@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T160000
DTSTAMP:20260503T130850
CREATED:20250701T160448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T200037Z
UID:81420-1758362400-1758470400@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Haywood County Studio Tour
DESCRIPTION:The Haywood County Studio Tour is a two-day self-guided tour through 20 local studios to meet 38 artists\, view demonstrations\, and possibly take home a piece of Haywood artistry! Studios are sprinkled throughout Haywood County\, trailing through both urban and rural locales. With a vast variety of artists and mediums to see on the studio tour—from ceramics and woodcarving to basket weaving and stained glass—there’s something for every art enthusiast. Studios open on Saturday and Sunday. This event is free and open to the public.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/haywood-county-studio-tour-2/
LOCATION:Haywood County Arts Council Gallery\, 86 N. Main Street\, Waynesville\, NC\, 28786\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Haywood County Arts Council":MAILTO:info@haywoodarts.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T120000
DTSTAMP:20260503T130850
CREATED:20250823T195935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T173646Z
UID:82742-1758362400-1758369600@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Thomas Wolfe's Buried Lives: Riverside Cemetery Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we welcome Fall and explore portions of Riverside Cemetery\, piecing together fact and fiction by highlighting many of the folks that inspired various characters in Wolfe’s works\, as well as other notable Ashevillians.\nThe tour will begin at the front gate of Riverside Cemetery. Parking is available along Birch Street and near the gate. Plan for a two-hour leisurely paced tour!\nTickets are $10/person and must be purchased in advance online:\nhttps://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/buried-lives-a-thomas-wolfe-riverside-cemetery-tour
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/thomas-wolfes-buried-lives-riverside-cemetery-tour-2/
LOCATION:Riverside Cemetery\, 53 Birch St\, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Thomas Wolfe Memorial State Historic Site":MAILTO:grant.holmstrom@dncr.nc.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T150000
DTSTAMP:20260503T130851
CREATED:20250807T204448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250810T125144Z
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SUMMARY:Asheville Radio Museum 5th Annual Vintage Radio Market
DESCRIPTION:The museum and vendors from near and far will offer many kinds of restored and restorable vintage radios\, parts\, accessories and books. In addition\, attendees can visit and tour the museum throughout the day. Parking and admission to the market and museum are free. \nThe museum will debut an expanded display of vintage audio and hi-fi equipment\, including phonographs dating from the late 1800s. Visitors are encouraged to bring their vintage radios or photographs as museum experts will be on hand to identify and share insights about each radio’s manufacturer\, year of production\, and distinguishing features. They can also provide information on local repair resources to help restore these timeless pieces. \nThe market will be held on the 4th level of the A-B Tech parking garage\, next to the Mission Health Conference Center—set GPS devices to 16 Fernihurst Drive\, Asheville\, NC. The museum is a short walk away in the Elm Bldg\, #306 (third floor).
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/asheville-radio-museum-5th-annual-vintage-radio-market/
LOCATION:A-B Tech\, 16 Fernihurst Drive\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T130851
CREATED:20250829T152241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250830T003335Z
UID:83022-1758355200-1758373200@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Hendersonville Farmers Market - Hispanic Heritage Day
DESCRIPTION:Discover the Hendersonville Farmers Market\, Locally Grown\, Community Strong\nA vibrant weekly gathering at the Historic Train Depot in downtown Hendersonville. Running every Saturday from May 3rd to October 25th\, rain or shine\, the market showcases over 30 local vendors within a 60-mile radius. From farm-fresh produce and meats to baked goods\, crafts\, and live entertainment\, there’s something for everyone. Join us from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for a celebration of food\, farms\, and family in a lively community atmosphere.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/hendersonville-farmers-market-hispanic-heritage-day/
LOCATION:Historic Train Depot\, 650 Maple Street\, HENDERSONVILLE\, NC\, 28792\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Downtown Hendersonville":MAILTO:info@downtownhendersonville.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T043000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T210000
DTSTAMP:20260503T130851
CREATED:20250912T170101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T195833Z
UID:83773-1758342600-1758402000@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Dinner Under Dinos: A Parents' Night Out
DESCRIPTION:After all the effort it takes to get kids back to school\, parents deserve a night out! Send your kids to Dinner Under Dinos on Saturday September 20\, 5 – 8 pm\, so your kids can have fun while you enjoy a night out!\nThis event is for children ages 5-12 years old. AMOS will offer three hours of museum play\, cheese pizza\, and an optional rated G movie! Dinner Under Dinos is even more fun with a friend…who would your kiddo(s) like to invite?\n 22 tickets at $35\, $30 for additional sibling(s)
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/dinner-under-dinos-a-parents-night-out/
LOCATION:asheville museum of science\, 43 Patton Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28804\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T220000
DTSTAMP:20260503T130851
CREATED:20250729T230515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250803T123128Z
UID:82201-1758308400-1758319200@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Juniper Bends Fall Reading
DESCRIPTION:Juniper Bends returns with our fall event\, celebrating the Autumn Equinox. Join us for an evening of poetry\, fiction\, CNF\, and music at Story Parlor. Friday\, September 19. Doors at 7 p.m.\, show at 7:30 p.m. $18. Students can attend for free with proof of current student ID\, but MUST RSVP at the ticketing link. \nOur readers are Brit Washburn\, Tony Robles\, Jasmin Pittman\, and Ann Harris\, with music from Belly Full of Stars. Books will be available to purchase from and have signed by the writers.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/juniper-bends-fall-reading/
LOCATION:Story Parlor\, 227 Haywood Road\, Asheville\, 28806
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ORGANIZER;CN="juniper Bends":MAILTO:lockie@lockiehunter.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T190000
DTSTAMP:20260503T130851
CREATED:20250818T202432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T215127Z
UID:82622-1758304800-1758308400@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:New Moon Yoga Nidra & Reiki in the Salt Cave
DESCRIPTION:Within this space\, a dream will be induced taking you into a state of consciousness that can bring about immense healing in your conscious\, subconscious\, and unconscious mind. The cave will transform into a “Nidra Nest” with comfy reclining loungers\, blankets\, and bolsters to fully support you\, whether sitting or lying down\, for the entire experience. We will gather near the New moon to invite in rebirth\, a new beginning or opportunity\, a time for transformation\, a coming into a new. Begin a new ritual and join us monthly to slow down\, become present and set these intentions. During this session Kate will also be offering Reiki to those who desire. Reiki feels like a wonderful glowing radiance that flows through and around you. It is a powerful attunement that treats the whole person including body\, emotions\, mind and spirit creating many beneficial effects that include relaxation and feelings of peace\, security and well being. Release stuck emotions\, rest\, and rejuvenate! Join Reiki Master Teacher and Yoga Nidra Facilitator\, Kate Wargo of Woven Light LLC in a soothing Yoga Nidra (Yogic Sleep) practice guiding you into the “in between”; that space between being awake and being asleep.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/new-moon-yoga-nidra-reiki-in-the-salt-cave/
LOCATION:Asheville Salt Cave\, 16 North Liberty St\, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Asheville Salt Cave":MAILTO:info@ashevillesaltcave.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251006
DTSTAMP:20260503T130851
CREATED:20250919T191316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T192554Z
UID:84041-1758240000-1759708799@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Looking Back To Move Forward
DESCRIPTION:“Looking Back To Move Forward” features the work of fifty three artists (thirty eight students\, nine alumni\, five faculty and one staff) who created work addressing both the devastation and the ongoing recovery – compelled to investigate\, reflect\, mourn and raise awareness of the many issues the storm revealed.  \nThis exhibition is a collaboration between Art students\, faculty\, and alumni and faculty and students in Environmental Studies\, Economics\, and Biology\, and is part of the Post-Helene Symposium that the university is hosting September 23 – 27\, 2025. A panel discussion with several artists will be moderated by Susan Andrew of Riverlink\, a local non-profit who was heavily involved in clean-up and restoration efforts.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/looking-back-to-move-forward/
LOCATION:S. Tucker Cooke Gallery in Owen Hall\, UNC Asheville\, One University Heights\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carrie Tomberlin":MAILTO:ctomberl@unca.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T220000
DTSTAMP:20260503T130851
CREATED:20250912T175311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T195826Z
UID:83779-1758222000-1758232800@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:4th Annual Gathering of the Pearl
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a night of connection\, community celebration\, and renewal of our collective healing as we gather at Highland Events Center in Asheville\, NC for our fourth annual Gathering of the Pearl. Once again\, we will have a special gratitude party for all sponsors of this event on the roof top prior to the main event. The dress for this is festive casual as once again we will have some of Asheville’s finest musicians creating the vibe for a memorable dance party. Along with the music\, we will have some very special speakers with the Pearl’s own Jackie Dobrinska once again reigning as the MC of the evening.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/4th-annual-gathering-of-the-pearl/
LOCATION:Highland Brewing Co.\, 12 Old Charlotte Hwy #200\,\, Asheville\, NC\, 28803\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Pearl Institute":MAILTO:alimcghee@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T213000
DTSTAMP:20260503T130851
CREATED:20250409T182158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250413T193238Z
UID:79413-1758216600-1758231000@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:2025 Rhythm & Brews Concert Series
DESCRIPTION:The Rhythm & Brews Concert Series unfolds as a casual and welcoming event\, occurring on the third Thursday of each month from June to October. South Main Street in Hendersonville transforms into a hub of local entertainment\, where community members gather to enjoy live music\, craft beverages\, and family-friendly activities. Doors open at 5:15 p.m.\, initiating the evening with an opening act at 5:30 p.m.\, followed by the headlining performance from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.   \n2025 Rhythm & Brews Concert Series Lineup:  \nSeptember 18: Caitlin Krisko & The Broadcast [[Soul Rock]] with Hustle Souls [[Soul/Funk/Americana]]  \nOctober 16: BonaFide Soul [[Jazz/Funk/Soul] with Congdon Griffin Band [[Folk/Americana/Rock]]  \nThe Beer & Wine Garden\, a focal point for adults\, features offerings from local establishments such as Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.\, Bold Rock Hard Cider\, Guidon Brewing Co.\, Oklawaha Brewing Co.\, Dry Falls Brewery\, Saint Paul Mountain Vineyards\, and Flat Rock Cider Company. Notably\, all net proceeds from adult beverage sales contribute to the Friends of Downtown Hendersonville\, a 501c3 nonprofit dedicated to supporting the Downtown Program.  \nFor families\, the Hendersonville Honeycrisps & the Hendersonville Toy Company Kid Zone provide a range of kid-friendly activities\, including hula-hooping and interactive exhibits.   \nAttendees are encouraged to bring camp chairs and picnic blankets to create a relaxed atmosphere. However\, coolers and pets are best left at home to ensure the comfort and safety of all participants. Join us for a laid-back summer evening\, filled with music\, local brews\, and community connections in the heart of Hendersonville.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/2025-rhythm-brews-concert-series-4/
LOCATION:Downtown Hendersonville South Main Street\, 201 Main Street\, Hendersonville\, NC\, 28792
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ORGANIZER;CN="City of Hendersonville Community Development Downtown Division":MAILTO:info@downtownhendersonville.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T190000
DTSTAMP:20260503T130851
CREATED:20250915T213205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T131625Z
UID:83894-1758214800-1758222000@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:Opening Reception: Archives in Practice
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the opening of our new exhibition\, “Archives in Practice.” \nArchives can be a link to the past while reflecting the present. They often take the form of objects\, memories\, or contemplations from histories. \nArchives in Practice features eight artists whose work is influenced by archival research. Drawing from personal\, familial\, and public collections\, cultural heritage\, and various reference materials\, their work communicates the diversity of what an archive can be and how artists can activate them to retell histories that might otherwise be lost\, hidden\, or erased. Collectively\, these artists illustrate the interconnectedness of the past\, the individual\, and the present—revealing the importance of connecting to one’s diaspora and community\, building representation of histories\, and conducting object research. \nThis exhibition also demonstrates the expansive quality of craft research. The artists’ work embodies themes of identity within historical contexts and through personal explorations. It engages with social issues and prompts important questions about the significance and impact of objects\, photographs\, and the intangible on everyday material practices. \nThe featured artists are Jacqueline Bishop\, N.E. Brown\, Ruth Hallows\, Margaret Jacobs\, Hùng Lê\, Aaron McIntosh\, and Ruth Tamura & Helen Lee. \nSeven of these artists are alumni of the Center for Craft. Two of the artworks on display—Gisma̱xsa G̱a̱tgyedm Na Sigidmhanaa’na̱gm\, Our Matriarchs Endow Our Strength by Ruth Hallows\, and Sojourner Truth Ain’t I A Lady by Jacqueline Bishop—are the direct result of research funded by Center for Craft grants and fellowship programs. \nLearn more: https://www.centerforcraft.org/exhib…/archives-in-practice \nImage credit: Ruth Tamura and Helen Lee\, “GEN 二 \,” 2025\, glass\, sand\, 7 x 7 x 1 ft. Photo credit: Jim Escalante.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/opening-reception-archives-in-practice/
LOCATION:Center for Craft\, 67 Broadway St.\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Center for Craft":MAILTO:info@craftcreativitydesign.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T130851
CREATED:20250909T205121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T135110Z
UID:83682-1758189600-1758200400@thelaurelofasheville.com
SUMMARY:"What Did You Dream Last Night?" Lunch & Learn with Diana McKendree at Kanuga
DESCRIPTION:Retreat leader\, educator and Jungian psychotherapist Diana McKendree leads a discussion exploring the world of dreamwork and how we might better understand our dreams. Part of Kanuga’s Lunch & Learn series. The Thursday\, September 18 event begins with a forest bathing nature walk (weather permitting) at 10 a.m. McKendree’s “What Did You Dream Last Night?” discussion begins at 11 a.m.\, followed by a buffet lunch in Kanuga’s dining hall. Bring a recent dream\, notebook and pen. Registration and more info at kanuga.org/events.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/what-did-you-dream-last-night-lunch-learn-with-diana-mckendree-at-kanuga/
LOCATION:Kanuga\, 471 Kanuga Chapel Dr.\, Hendersonville\, 28739
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kanuga":MAILTO:info@kanuga.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T230000
DTSTAMP:20260503T130851
CREATED:20250728T172346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T193934Z
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SUMMARY:LaMP - Lawton • Metzger • Paczkowski @ Third Room
DESCRIPTION:WHERE: Third Room\nWHEN: Wednesday\, September 17\, 2025\nDOORS: 7pm SHOW: 8pm\nGENRE: instrumental jam/rock‑fusion\nTICKETS: $20 ga \nPURCHASE: https://tixr.com/e/149147 \nLaMP:\nWEBSITE: www.ilikelamp.com\nHEAR SOME MUSIC: https://lampband.bandcamp.com\nSEE A VIDEO: https://youtu.be/xowS03Q1dak?si=WEpURQZ2RTeUjoPf \nOn a magical night at Nectar’s in Burlington\, Vermont in December of 2018\, three musical masters—Russ Lawton\, Scott Metzger and Ray Paczkowski—came together with alchemical synthesis\, and created a fresh\, so-tight-it’s-free sound\, permeated with technical prowess and a deep-pocket punch. The packed house fortunate enough to be in attendance that night witnessed the birth of something very special. The following spring\, the trio took the name LaMP by combining the first letters of each members’ surname\, and reconvened back in Vermont at Sugarhouse Soundworks for an intense recording session with sound engineer Roger Stauss laying down tracks that would become their eponymous debut EP. \nMetzger\, described by The Village Voice as “…an ace guitarist of a thousand styles\,” and a full-time member of the beloved Joe Russo’s Almost Dead\, tested the decades-strong synergy between Lawton and Paczkowski forged from their time playing with Trey Anastasio Band and their duo project Soule Monde. It resulted in seven tracks crackling with energy and soul. The melodic and harmonic interplay between Paczkowski’s swirling organ and clavinet dancing with Metzger’s acrobatic melodies on telecaster\, driven by Lawton’s unflappable backbeat\, produced a record that will stand the test of time. Ever since—as the three members busy schedules have allowed—LaMP has prioritized bringing the music to the people with shows across the East Coast. As word has spread and the crowds have grown with each subsequent tour\, it’s become clear that LaMP will be a musical force to be reckoned with for the foreseeable future.
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/lamp-lawton-metzger-paczkowski-third-room/
LOCATION:Third Room\, 46 Wall Street\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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SUMMARY:Live at the Joke Shop\, Open Mic Comedy
DESCRIPTION:Every Monday Aaron Naylor and Jordan Ballard host Live from the Joke Shop at Sparky’s Bardega! \nBring your best new jokes each week or just come watch your favorite local comedians \nAnyone is welcome to participate\nFull bar and more snacks than you could dream of \nSignups start at 6:30pm\, show starts at 7pm \nno cover\, tips appreciated\nall ages welcome\, adult content warning
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/live-at-the-joke-shop-open-mic-comedy-2/
LOCATION:Sparky’s Bardega\, 23 Broadway St.\, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Modelface Comedy":MAILTO:modelfacecomedy@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Freshen Up Comedy Open Mic at VOWL Bar
DESCRIPTION:Every Sunday Alex Parsons and Josie Beers host Freshen Up at VOWL Bar. \nStand up comedy open mic with a focus on new material.\nBring your best new jokes each week or just come watch your favorite local comedians \nAnyone is welcome to participate\nSignups start at 6:30pm\, show starts at 7pm \nno cover\nages 21+
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/freshen-up-comedy-open-mic-at-vowl-bar-27/
LOCATION:DSSOLVR\, 63 N Lexington ave\, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Modelface Comedy":MAILTO:modelfacecomedy@gmail.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250914T210000
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CREATED:20250613T030342Z
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SUMMARY:RAD Comedy featuring Winston Hodges
DESCRIPTION:Every Sunday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This weekend we have Winston Hodges!!! \nWinston Hodges is from DC by way of Richmond VA. He’s toured all over the east coast showcasing his southern charm and edgy wit. Being a progressive raised in a conservative household Winston is doing much more than preaching to the choir! He has been featured on Don’t Tell Comedy’s Secret Sets. Has opened for Brian Regan\, Demetri Martin\, Mark Normand\, and Michael Che! His videos have been viewed over a combined 30 million times online. \nFeaturing Jenny Questell\nJenny Questell has loved to make people laugh since she was a little kid. Since then\, she has gratefully opened for numerous headliners including Cristela Alonzo\, Hannah Einbinder\, and Jared Freid. Her comedy is clever\, sarcastic\, and at times\, very dark. She is the co-host of the podcast “Isn’t it Romantic?” with fellow comedian Martin Phillips and is a regular at the DC Improv and has performed at the Kennedy Center. \nages 18+\nDoors at 6:30pm\, show at 7pm \nTickets $15 advance\, $18 day of
URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/rad-comedy-featuring-winston-hodges/
LOCATION:The River Arts District Brewing Company\, 13 Mystery Street\, Asheville\, 28801
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ORGANIZER;CN="Modelface Comedy":MAILTO:modelfacecomedy@gmail.com
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